Nokia 8 vs Poco X5

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco X5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695; estimated prices are $699 and $245. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X5 leads — 48/100 vs 29/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X5 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).

The Poco X5 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money
Poco X5
Performance 46
Display 79
Camera 33
Battery 46
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 189g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Poco X5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $245 vs $699

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (33/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco X5, the Poco X5 scores 19 points higher (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X5 leads (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X5 leads (33/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X5 leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (33/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (84/100 vs 66/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X5: The Poco X5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco X5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695
AnTuTu 438016 592015
Geekbench Single 427 905
Geekbench Multi 1500 2003
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 2400x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP53
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm
Weight 160 g 189 g
Price $699 $245
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco X5
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco X5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco X5
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco X5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco X5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695
48/100 +26.0%
592015 AnTuTu

Poco X5 leads Nokia 8 by 26.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Poco X5
$245

Price difference: $454. Poco X5 is cheaper by $454.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X5 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (33/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (46/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Poco X5 (84/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X5?

The Poco X5 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco X5?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco X5 — 48/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X5?

The Poco X5 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X5?

The Poco X5 leads on performance (46/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco X5?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X5 is a better fit for everyday use.